A Reflection by Fr. Henry |
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Dear St Jude Parishioners:
One of the strongest desires each one us experiences is to be accepted and to belong. Whether a young school child wanting to be welcomed and accepted by the other school children. Whether a twenty-something who has found their soul-mate and desperately wants the approval and acceptance by their family. Whether a thirty year old who has worked 100 hours per week at the law firm and is asking me to say a novena for her that she become a partner in the firm.
Hopefully the majority of our experiences have been those of acceptance. But the reality is that from time to time we are not welcomed, we are not accepted, we are even at times outright rejected.
Jesus prepares us for that sad experience in the Gospel for this coming Sunday July 10, 2021. “Whatever place does not welcome you or listen to you, leave there and shake the dust off your feet.”
As I sit with these words, I am surprised at how fresh and stinging are decades-old memories. Over fifty years ago, I was cut from the little league baseball team. In my teenage years and twenties, I had had more than one girl say that she did not want to date me anymore. Upon graduating from college (and before that having been rejected by some of the colleges that I had applied to), I experienced the helpless feeling when a company needs to downsize and the entire department that I am working for is dissolved. I was dissolved!!!
The reality is that we are going to face rejection from time to time. A reality that Jesus addresses. “Whatever place does not welcome you or listen to you, leave there and shake the dust off your feet.”
Simple enough words and yet how many of us have found ourselves unable to walk away from a rejection. Rather we threaten or cower or placate or attempt to please or to impress.
Of all the personal encounters we have on a given day, throughout a week, during a month, a year, a lifetime, what is it about us that leads us to get stuck on a few instances of rejection?
I encourage you to click on the video link of me getting a running start by reiterating what I just wrote above and then sharing with you through the remainder of the video how we might respond to rejection in a healthy manner and eventually overcome the rejection.
Sincerely yours, as your pastor Emeritus,
Fr Henry
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"The church doors will be open". Starting on this Sunday, the church doors will be open every day until approximately 5:00PM. When you need it, your church is here for you for a moment of solemn prayer. |
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On January 31, 2021, Pope Francis announced a new celebration in honor of all grandparents and the elderly, who are so important to our communities and our Church. This new World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly will be celebrated every year on the fourth Sunday in July. At St. Jude we would like to honor our Elderly and Grandparents during the weekend masses on July 24/25 by displaying photos of your Grandparents both those with us and those that have passed away. In addition, if you would like to say a petition for your family at the mass you attend, please contact the Parish Office. There are limited spots available so call early. Refreshments will be served after all the masses in the Social Hall.
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Looking for a summer camp for your kids that combines all the fun camp activities with our Catholic Faith? All young St. Jude's parishioners (grades 6-12) are invited to Camp Veritas! Camp Veritas is a week-long sleep-away camp which offers sports, swimming, boating, rock climbing, and all the fun camp activities...along with daily Mass, dynamic speakers, powerful praise music, and an encounter with Jesus Christ. Where else can you play dodgeball with nuns? We have a special discount for all St. Jude's parishioners - only $200 for a week at camp! For more information or to register, visit www.campveritas.com or contact Fr. Joseph at frjosephgill@gmail.com.
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Fr. Joseph's Welcome Reception |
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Fr Henry celebrating the 50th Wedding anniversary of John and Nora Mercaldo |
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A farewell gift for Fr Henry. Edible chocolate image of the Last Supper. From Fascia Chocolates Waterbury CT.
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A young Fr Henry points the way! From left to right. Father Henry. His mother. His father. His baby brother. |
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Happy (Meteorological) Summer St. Jude's Community. I am so excited that the sun is beginning to shine, restrictions have been lifted, and this ministry can begin to take the shape we have prayed for over the last 14 months. Below please find the dates and times for our summer youth group meetings:
Sunday, July 11th 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm in the Parish Hall
Sunday, July 25th 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm in the Parish Hall
Sunday, August 8th 6:00 pm - 7:30pm in the Parish Hall
Sunday, August 22nd 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm in the Parish Hall
Also! Be on the lookout for additional opportunities for the youth to get involved with our parish. (There is sure to be something fun popping up in August for our elementary students).
Finally, if you are an adult parishioner and would like to volunteer with the youth group please be in touch! The commitment is as much or as little as you would like and we are always looking to grow our group. Email Shannon with any questions: shannon.carey@stjuderc.com
Shannon E.B. Carey
Youth Coordinator
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St. Jude Toiletries Drive |
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The Saint Jude Columbiettes want to thank all who generously donated to the Toiletry Drive for the Mercy Learning Center. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. |
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Parish Center available!
We are still marketing our parish center (former school building) with the hope of offsetting operation costs. Please contact the parish office for more information.
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Save the date!
Please mark your calendars now and join our Parish Family in celebrating a week-long Octave for the Assumption of Our Blessed Mother beginning August 15th at the 11:30 Mass and culminating August 22nd at the 11:30 Mass celebrated by Bishop Caggiano.
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Please remember in your daily prayers:
Marge Tranzillo, Judy-Beth Raine, Maria Bertone, Deacon Ronnie Bicknell, Marie Micholovich, Joseph Bisignano, Sr., Bennett Gulyas, Vincent Daniello, Armando Aversa, Dyana vander Wielen, Christine DeAndrade Recine, Kathryn Bicknell, Barbara Filazzola, David Bath, Martha Zenobia
Also remember all healthcare workers, first responders, caregivers and the men and women of the parish who are in the military.
If you have anyone that you would like to add to the list, please call the office or email with the name to be added.
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Please join us in praying our Monthly Parish Intention.
Our Petition for July is:
May we pray for an increase in Vocations to the Priesthood, Diaconate and Consecrated Life, and give thanks for those who respond with generous hearts...
We pray to the Lord
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Upcoming Mass Intentions
Sat July 10 5:00pm Istvan & Jolan Holecz
Sun July 11 7:30am Saint Jude Parishioners
Sun July 11 9:30am Anthony Bifulco
Sun July 11 11:30am Rita & Ron Broderick
Mon July 12 9:00am Jason Fedanick
Tue July 13 9:00am Theresa Hanley
Wed July 14 9:00am Joe Buturla
Thu July 15 9:00am Henry Nicolett
Sat July 17 5:00pm Tim Reilly
Sun July 18 7:30am Romeo and Catherine Sanna
Sun July 18 9:30am Maria Emilia Monteiro
Sun July 18 11:30am St. Jude Parishioners
The July Tabernacle Candle will be lit in memory of deceased Bonitatibus and Tranzillo family members
If the 9:00 am Weekday mass is not listed, an intention has not been requested. Also, there are no public Masses on Friday mornings.
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Monday through Thursday Weekday Masses will be in the main Church at 9 am and live streamed.
The Weekend Masses inside the Church are Saturday at 5:00 pm and Sunday at 7:30, 9:30 and 11:30. Only the Saturday Mass at 5:00 pm and the Sunday 7:30 am Mass are live streamed.
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People can call the parish office to arrange to be added to the sick bound and home communion call list, for a clergy to bring them communion at their homes beginning in July |
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First Friday Eucharistic Adoration
“Come to me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”. Matthew 11:28-30
The time that we spend with Jesus in front of the Blessed Sacrament is the best time we will spend on earth. Please join us on the first Friday of every month from 7:00 to 8:00 PM.
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Children's Rosary First Sundays
We meet at 11 am before the 11:30 Mass by the Blessed Mother statue and follow proper covid protocols. No experience necessary.
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Confession Hours
Confessions on Saturday afternoon will be in the day chapel at 3:00 pm on Saturdays. Confessions are also by appointment, please call 203-261-6404, to set up and appointment or emailing.
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St. Jude Religious Gift Shop
St. Jude Religious Gift Shop is located downstairs in the Msgr. Sabia Social Hall. Many new items for all occasions. Baptism, Communion, Confirmation, Rosaries, Bibles, Statues, Medals & more. Variety of cards: Graduation, Birthday, Weddings, Get Well, Sympathy, etc. Come down & browse and find the perfect gift. For more info call: Parish Office - 203-261-6404 or call Fran Cambra - 203-261-2573.
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Parish Office Hours
THE OFFICE HOURS ARE:
MONDAY - THURSDAY 9:00 – 3:00
Please call (203-261-6404) or e-mail (parish.office@stjuderc.com) before coming to the office. Much can be accomplished through a phone call or email, such as requesting masses/mass cards; sacramental records; registering for Baptism; etc.
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St Jude Parish
707 Monroe Tpke
Monroe, CT 06468
203-261-6404
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